SAN FRANCISCO TRAINING COURSES FALL 2008

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560 Barneveld Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94124



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Open enrollment will be held from Monday, June 23 through Monday
August 4, 2008


Air Conditioning & Refrigeration I

Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester *

Boilers

Building Systems

Computers I

Confined Space *

Electricity & Electric Motor Controls I

EPA Technician Certification Preparation, Review & Exam *

EPA Technician Certification Review & Exam *

Hazardous Materials *

Hazardous Materials (24 Hour) *

High Rise Fire Safety Director *

High Rise Fires Safety Director Renewal *

Locksmithing I

Supervision (Chief/Assistant Chief)

Welding


*Certification Class

AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION I

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included. Prerequisite: An understanding of basic electricity. This course will provide the tudent wiht a thorough understanding course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of the refrigeration process. Included in the course are the functions and applications of the components of the refrigeration system such as compressors, drive mechanisms, evaporators, condensers, liquid receivers, heat exchangers, expansion valves, metering devices, dryers, sight glasses, etc.

F08SF012A, 08/18/08, 5:30pm-8:30pm, SOLD OUT.
Classes available in Reno and Sacramento.
AL Revison code #80176


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AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION II
AVAILABLE SPRING 2009

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Not Included. Prerequisite: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration I. This course will instruct the student in the different types of heating systems, combustion controls, psychrometics and airflow for air conditioning systems. It will also include schematics reading, basic heat pump operation, as well as an introduction to cooling towers and water cooled systems.


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BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY TESTER

7-Weeks, 8 Hours Per Session, 56 Hours Total. Prerequisite: None. This course provides instruction on backflow prevention theory, cross connection control laws, and backflow prevention asemblies. Assembly mechanics, design, installation, testing, and maintenance will be disucssed. A certification exam will be administered by the California-Nevada section of the AWWA at the conclusion of this course. Cost for the examination is included in the registration fee. Certification is valid for three years.


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BOILERS

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included. Prerequisite: None. This class class covers the basic operation of low and high-pressure boilers. Students will learn how to determine boiler types and styles, water treatment chemistry and troubleshooting. Field trips may be required as part of this course.

F08SF030A, 08/18/08, 5:00pm-8:00pm, SOLD OUT.
Classe available in Sacramento.
AL Revison code #80196


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BUILDING SYSTEMS

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Prerequisite: None. This course will provide a basic description of the electrical distribution, life safety, steam, HVAC, domestic water, plumbing and mechanical systems that can be found in a typical facility

F08SF081A, 08/18/08, 5:30pm-8:30pm, SOLD OUT.
AL Revison code #80197




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COMPUTERS I

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Prerequisite: None. This course introduces students to all aspects of the Windows operating system, including keyboard and mouse functions. Students will gain basic skills in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Power Point.

F08SF001A, 08/18/08, 5:30pm-8:30pm, NO LONGER AVAILABLE.
AL Revison code #80219


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COMPUTERS II
AVAILABLE SPRING 2009

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Prerequisite: Computers I. This course is a continuation of Computers I for the Stationary Engineer.


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CONFINED SPACE *




1 Session, 8 Hours Total. This class provides training in accordance with OSHA regulations that provides a basis for the safe entry and work within confined spaces, hazard identification, and the use of specialized equipment to ensure worker safety and healthy. Class size is limited to no more than 12 students for quality instruction, so register early!

NOTE: F08SF074A:
Class originally scheduled for Friday, 08/08/08.
AL Revison code #80212.


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CONTROLS I
NOT AVAILABLE FALL 2008

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included. Prerequisite: Controls I. The course is designed as a continuation of Controls I for the Stationary Engineer. The student will further develop the ability to understand various types of commercial and industrial control systems, siring diagrams and ladder diagrams. Theis segment of the course will also incorporate pneumatic control fundamentals.


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CONTROLS II
NOT AVAILABLE FALL 2008

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included. Prerequisite: Controls I. The student will further develop the ability to understand various types of commercial control systems, wiring diagrams, and ladder diagrams. Pneumatic fundamentals along with Proportional Intregal Derivative (P.I.D.) theory, applications, and troubleshooting will also be discussed.


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CRITICAL FACILITIES (EMPHASIS ON DATA CENTERS)
NOT AVAILABLE FALL 2008; SEE CONCORD

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Prerequisite: None. The purpose of the course is to indoctrinate students on how to properly operate and maintain equipment normally found in a critical facility such as a data center or a telecommunications facility. Systems include Electrical Distribution , Generators, (UPS) Uninterruptible Power Supply, (HVAC) Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning in a Raised Floor Enviornment, Building Automation Systems, Energy Management Systems and Fire/Life-Safety Systems.


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ELECTRICITY (Introduction to Electricity for the Stationary Engineer)
NOT AVAILABLE SPRING 2009

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Prerequisite: None. This class is an introduction to electricity and will focus on electricity as it is used in buildings and commercial facilities. It is designed for the person who knows little or nothing about electricity. Topics covered will include: Electrical safety, electrical theory, electrical equipment and the practical application of this knowledge in repair maintenance tasks. Students will learn the basics of a building electrical system from the utility entrance through the various components to the devices that use electricity such as lighting, motors and HVAC. The class work will include print reading, identification of various parts and some hands-on work with basic electrical circuits. Successful completion of this class can serve as a foundation for further study in electricity, controls and air-conditioning and refrigeration courses.


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ELECTRICITY & ELECTRIC MOTOR CONTROLS I

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Not Included. Prerequisite: None. The student will gain an understanding of the electrical concepts needed by a Stationary Engineer on topics such as alternating current, direct current and single phase and three phase generation, transformers, and distribution. Also discussed will be inductive, capacitive and resistive cirecuits, along with power factor and power factor correction. The student will also learn various types of electrical controls used in motor control systems and will gain the ability to construct and analyze wiring and ladder diagrams used in motor control circuits. Through hands-on projects students will learn how to use a meter and how to troubleshoot motor control circuits.

F08SF216A, 08/20/08, 5:30pm-8:30pm, SOLD OUT.
Classe available in Sacramento.
AL Revison code #80176



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ELECTRICITY & ELECTRIC MOTOR CONTROLS II
NOT AVAILABLE FALL 2009; SEE CONCORD

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Not Included. Prerequisite: Electricity & Electric Motor Controls I. The student will continue to gain an understanding of the electrical concepts needed by a Stationary Engineer in single phase and three phase generation, transformation, and distribution. The student will also learn various types of electric and pneumatic controls used in building control and motor control systems and will gain the ability to construct and analyze wiring and ladder diagrams used in these types of control circuits. Automatic transfer switches, fire pump start and stop controls, and air compressors are just a few of the circuits that will be analyzed and discussed.


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EPA TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION PREPARATION, REVIEW AND EXAM *









1 Session, 8 Hours Total. Textbook Included. Prerequisite: A basic understanding of air conditioning systems. This course is recommended for those who have not previously taken the EPA exam. This eight-hour class will provide six hours of review for the CFC/EPA Certification Exam and a two-hour CFC/EPA Universal testing period. Topics include refrigeration, charging, transportation, recycling, and recovery of chlorofluorocarbons. The EPA requirements covered in this review prepare the student for all levels of certification, (Type I, Type II, Type III and Universal). Course formally known as CFC Preparation, Review and Exam.


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EPA TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION REVIEW AND EXAM *










1 Session, 4 Hours Total. Textbook NOT Included. Prerequisite: A basic understanding of air conditioning systems. This four hour class is designed specifically for students who have already taken the Preparation, Review and Exam class. The class includes a review for the CFC/EPA Certification Exam and a two-hour CFC/EPA Universal testing period. The EPA requirements covered in the review prepare the student for all levels of certification, (Type I, Type II, Type III and Universal). Course formally known as CFC Review and Exam.


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HAZARDOUS MATERIALS*

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included. Prerequisite: None. Students receive Hazwoper certification in HAZCOM, MSDS, industrial hygiene, toxicology, bloodborne pathogens, and air monitoring. Students will also receive certification in respiratory protection, personal protective equipment, site control zones, confined space, site emergencies, drum handling, medical surveillance. Government regulations, employee rights and employer responsibilities will also be addressed. First aid and CPR are also included. Students will receive a certification card from the American Red Cross. IUOE Certification is valid for one year.

F08SF025A, 08/20/08, 5:30pm-8:30pm, NO LONGER AVAILABLE.
AL Revison code #80213



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HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 24 Hours*
3 Weeks, 8 Hours Per Session. 24 Hours Total. Textbook Included. Prerequisite: None. After completing this course the student should be able to understand the methods used to detect the presence or release of any hazardous chemicals or substances that they may encounter. The student will also understand the types of physical and health hazards posed by any chemicals or substances that they may come across. Additionally the different ways to protect the workers from exposure to chemicals such as work practices, protective equipment and emergency procedures. The IUOE renewal is valid for one year.


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HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (HAZWOPER) REFRESHER *
NOT AVAILABLE FALL 2008


1 Session, 8 Hours Total. Textbook Included. Prerequisite: Current Hazardous Materials Certification. (40 hour, 24 hour or 8 hour.) An annual update addressing required elements within the HAZWOPER Standards, new equipment, technologies, and methodologies that have evolved that are essential for HAZWOPER site workers to retain their certification The IUOE renewal is valid for one year.


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HIGH RISE FIRE SAFETY DIRECTOR*













9-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 27 Hours Total. Textbook Included. Prerequisite: None. This class provides instruction in facility emergency plans, fire prevention, life safety systems, evacuations, relocation procedures, earthquake preparedness and emergency management. A facility emergency plan or term paper is required for successful completion of this course. The High Rise Fire Safety Director Certification is valid for 5 years. Students who successfully pass this course will receive 1.5 units through City College of San Francisco.
NOTE: F08SF023D:
Class originally scheduled for Wednesday, 10/22/08.
AL Revison code #80206.

F08SF023C, 08/20/08, 5:30pm-8:30pm, SOLD OUT.
Classes available in Reno and Sacramento.
AL Revison code #80211

F08SF023F, 10/22/08, 5:30pm-8:30pm, SOLD OUT.
AL Revison code #80247


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HIGH RISE FIRE SAFETY DIRECTOR RENEWAL*








1 Session, 3 Hours Total. Textbook Included. Prerequisite: Registrant must possess a valid* Fire Safety Director Certificate: A copy of your valid certificate must be submitted with your registration form. This class provides an overview of current federal, state and local laws, codes and policies as well as an overview of the responsibilities of a High Rise Fire Safety Director. This class includes a question and answer session and suggestions on how to handle specific issues at your facility. *You are eligible to renew if your current certificate's date does not exceed 5 years. The certificate renewal is valid for 5 years.

F08SF123A, 09/04/08, 9:00am-12:00pm, SOLD OUT.
Additional classes available in San Francisco and Sacramento.
AL Revison code #80212




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INDOOR AIR QUALITY *
NOT AVAILABLE FALL 2008

18 Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 75 Hours Total. Textbook Included. Prerequisite: None. Students who complete this course will receive certification in Indoor Air Quality from the IUOE. Course topics include preventative maintenance systems, record keeping, HVAC systems, permissible limits, investigation procedures and the process for dealing with indoor quality issues. Total hours are comprised of 54 hours of class lecture and 21 hours of related supplemental training.


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LOCKSMITHING I

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook and a Complete Pinning Kit Included. Prerequisite: None. Students will study and discuss topics such as locksmithing tools and supplies used in the industry, pins, key duplicating, cylinders, lock picks, pick guns, master keying and more. Students will also learn how to fit keys by impression and by reading locks.

F08SF021A, 08/20/08, 5:00pm-8:00pm, SOLD OUT.
Classe available in Sacramento.
AL Revison code #80218


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LOCKSMITHING II
AVAILABLE SPRING 2009

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Prerequisite: Basic understanding of Locksmithing. This course will cover the installation of different types of locksets and door closers as well as how to do the different types of adjustments on them. Troubleshooting techniques about the different types of problems that can arise from a bad installation will be discussed.


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MACHINERY
NOT AVAILABLE FALL 2008; SEE SACRAMENTO

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included. Prerequisite: None. This course will provide the student with knowledge of mechanical systems and machines commonly operated and maintained by Stationary Engineers. It's designed to give a working knowledge of basic skills expected in the industry. Some of the topics of discussion will be bearings, belt drives, coupling and shaft alignment, compressors and pneumatics, pumps and seals, valves and piping, fasteners, basic rigging and safety.


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PLUMBING
AVAILABLE SPRING 2009

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included. Prerequisite: None. In this course students will review job site safety as it pertains to working with plumbing systems. Additional topics will include plumbing materials, plumbing tools and equipment, sanitary drainage, storm water drainage piping, and sizing water supply piping. Students will learn by implementing hands-on techniques, the proper methods of how to solder, braze, and thread piping. The differences between black iron, copper, galvanized, and plastic pipe and fittings will also be reviewed. Training Code: 060.


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SUPERVISION (CHIEF/ASSISTANT CHIEF)

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included. Prerequisite: None. This course will enhance an engineer's present skills and also enable him/him to continue to develope into a successful Assistant or Chief Engineer. Subjects include budget preparation, record keeping, reports, presentations, human relations, planning, time management, computer applications, health and safety issues, and energy conservation.

F08SF029A, 08/18/08, 5:30pm-8:30pm, SOLD OUT.
AL Revison code #80220


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TECHNICAL MATH FOR WATER & WASTE WATER ENGINEERS
NOT AVAILABLE FALL 2008

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Prerequisite: None. This course teaches the student the fundamentals on basic arithmetic, measurement, operations with signed numbers, and an introduction to algebra. Also included in this course will be how to interpret graphs and an introduction to plane & solid geometry. The curriculum is specifically designed for Water and Waste Water Engineers.

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WELDING

18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included. Prerequisite: None. This course covers the theories, operation, equipment, and techniques recommended for oxygen/acetylene (OAW) and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). General shop safety practices, print reading, and interpretation of American Welding Society welding symbols are discussed.


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